James K. Banks III
Tyrone,GA
Summary
Results-oriented Deputy United States Marshal with 21 years of experience in coordinating investigations, researching and reviewing case files and conducting interviews. Resourceful leader focused on keeping alert and open perspective during investigations while utilizing expert problem-solving in unlocking complex cases. Successful investigator bringing strong background in casework to position within robust and professional organization. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced Criminal Investigator with a history of meeting the needs of the department with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Principled Senior Inspector with outstanding skills in interrogation, case research, witness protection, evidence control and collection. Fit and healthy with excellent physical stamina to perform at optimal levels. Advanced firearms training and weapons maintenance.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy US Marshal / Senior Inspector
Department of Justice
Atlanta, GA
May2003 - 05.2024
- Conducted fugitive investigations to identify, locate and apprehend wanted persons.
- Monitored court proceedings to ensure order and security of courthouse staff, visitors and prisoners.
- Supervised the transport of federal prisoners between correctional facilities or other locations.
- Provided protection for witnesses in high-profile cases.
- Assisted with search warrants and evidence collection operations.
- Managed confidential informant information and maintained records of activities.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to investigate crimes committed by fugitives.
- Investigated violations of federal laws related to counterfeiting, weapons offenses, immigration violations and drug trafficking.
- Interacted with members of the public to provide assistance and answer questions regarding US Marshals Service programs.
- Maintained contact with state parole boards in order to monitor compliance of paroled offenders.
- Communicated regularly with US Attorneys' offices on criminal cases and extradition matters.
- Reviewed legal documents for accuracy prior to filing in court proceedings.
- Prepared detailed reports on all activities performed as part of official duties.
- Participated in special task forces designed to target specific criminal activity or groups.
- Organized training sessions for new personnel on departmental procedures and regulations.
- Developed strategies for locating suspects who had absconded from custody or failed to appear in court.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations requiring immediate action by marshals service personnel.
- Served subpoenas, summonses, writs and other legal documents issued by courts or government entities.
- Conducted background investigations into prospective employees before hiring them as deputy US Marshals.
- Analyzed intelligence data gathered during investigations to develop leads on potential suspects.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Conducted background investigations for personnel security clearances.
- Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
- Attended meetings with legal representatives in order to discuss cases involving victims and witnesses.
- Maintained accurate records regarding case management activities performed on behalf of clients.
- Conducted in-person interviews with victims to assess their needs and develop safety plans.
- Collaborated with prosecutors, law enforcement officers, social workers, mental health professionals, probation officers, corrections personnel, and others involved in the criminal justice system.
- Accompanied victims during police investigations or court proceedings as necessary.
- Demonstrated proper shooting techniques to students in a variety of scenarios.
- Inspected weapons prior to use to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Identified areas where student performance needed improvement and provided corrective guidance.
- Attended seminars or conferences related to the latest developments in firearms instruction methodology.
- Maintained accurate records of all training activities, including attendance and performance data.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated current tactics, techniques, and technologies relevant to firearms instruction.
- Monitored student progress throughout the course of instruction and evaluated results at completion.
- Supported other instructors by providing assistance during class sessions or drills when necessary.
- Analyzed feedback from students regarding their experience in order to improve future courses.
- Assisted with the selection and evaluation of firearms equipment.
- Developed and implemented firearms training programs for law enforcement personnel.
- Provided instruction on the safe handling of firearms in multiple settings.
- Instructed students on proper weapon assembly and disassembly procedures as well as maintenance protocols.
- Conducted classroom lectures, practical exercises, and range qualifications.
- Performed administrative duties such as preparing reports or scheduling classes.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the use of firearms.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
- Delivered group lectures and hands-on demonstrations to instruct students.
- Planned classes focusing on instruction, demonstration and work time.
- Assisted with the development of tactical operations plans for various shooting events.
- Instructed shooters on the proper loading and unloading of rifles, handguns and shotguns.
- Tested new products related to firearms or shooting accessories before release.
- Supervised personnel during small arms qualification courses or exercises.
- Disassembled, cleaned and reassembled weapons following established protocols.
- Utilized specialized optics systems when needed.
- Provided technical support to other departments regarding weapons systems.
- Monitored and evaluated shooter performance during live fire exercises.
- Maintained firearms records including serial numbers, make and model, caliber.
- Inspected weapons systems prior to use to ensure optimal performance.
- Developed training programs for shooters at all levels of experience.
- Conducted range safety briefings to ensure that all personnel adhered to proper safety regulations.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate firearms for specific tasks or missions.
- Analyzed ballistic data from test firings to determine optimum load specifications.
- Evaluated shooters' accuracy by analyzing targets after completion of each exercise.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on weapons and ammunition prior to use.
- Operated and maintained weapons, firearms and related equipment in a safe manner.
- Provided instruction on weapon handling techniques, target acquisition and firing positions.
Staff Sergeant (Retired)
United States Army (Active 12yrs/ Reserves 13yrs)
Decatur, GA
01.1988 - 01.2013
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
- Cultivated excellent worth ethic, dedication to duty and timeliness in work actions.
- Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
- Developed expertise in small arms use, care and accountability.
- Provided tactical and technical guidance to facilitate unit duties.
- Used rifles, machine guns and other weapons to suppress enemy forces during warfare.
- Maintained accurate, updated files on civilian and military personnel in battalion.
- Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures.
- Responded immediately to routine and critical accidents, incidents and other emergencies.
- Reviewed mission tasking, intelligence and weather information.
- Provided precision to carry out increasingly complex missions.
- Planned and conducted tactical and assault support missions.
- Loaded, equipped and manned aircraft for mission.
- Secured and protected air, land and sea positions from enemy attack.
- Managed personnel and weapons operations to destroy enemy positions, aircraft and vessels.
- Inspected weapons prior to use to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Identified areas where student performance needed improvement and provided corrective guidance.
- Attended seminars or conferences related to the latest developments in firearms instruction methodology.
- Maintained accurate records of all training activities, including attendance and performance data.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated current tactics, techniques, and technologies relevant to firearms instruction.
- Monitored student progress throughout the course of instruction and evaluated results at completion.
- Supported other instructors by providing assistance during class sessions or drills when necessary.
- Analyzed feedback from students regarding their experience in order to improve future courses.
- Assisted with the selection and evaluation of firearms equipment.
- Provided instruction on the safe handling of firearms in multiple settings.
- Instructed students on proper weapon assembly and disassembly procedures as well as maintenance protocols.
- Conducted classroom lectures, practical exercises, and range qualifications.
- Modified existing courses or developed new courses based on changes in technology or standards.
- Educated students using customized teaching methods and hands-on curriculum.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Southern University and A & M College
Baton Rouge, LASome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Alabama State University
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Due Diligence
- Report Writing
- Witness Interviewing
- Evidence Collection
- Investigation Management
- Background Checks
- Action Planning
- Research Abilities
- Weapons Handling
- In-Depth Gang Knowledge
- Emergency Response
- Crime Scene Management
- Evidence Collection and Preservation
- Firearms Knowledge
- Interrogation Expert
- Interrogation Skills
- Serving Search Warrants
- Testifying Skills
- Interviewing Witnesses
- Fugitive Location and Apprehension
- Homicide Investigations
- GPS Tracking Services
- Defensive Tactics
- Report Preparation
- Crime Scene Photography
- Interrogating Suspects
- Court Testimony
- Surveillance Techniques
- Federal, State, and Local Laws Knowledge
- Report Generation
Certification
- Top Secret Clearance
- Fire Arms Instructor (US ARMY / US Marshals)
- Less than Lethal Instructor (US Marshals)
- Certified Glock Armor
- Active Shooter Instructor (First Responder / Civilian Personnel)
- USMS Public Affairs Officer (Northern Dist of GA / Atlanta)
- USMS High Risk Fugitive Apprehension Training
- Criminal Investigators Course (Federal Law Enforcement Center)
- High Threat Security Overseas Training
- USMS Executive Protection Training
- The Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation
- Taser Instructor
- In Flight Tactical Familiarization Training
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT Basic)
- GBI Security & Integrity Certification
- Certified Street Gang Investigator
Timeline
Staff Sergeant (Retired)
United States Army (Active 12yrs/ Reserves 13yrs)
01.1988 - 01.2013
Deputy US Marshal / Senior Inspector
Department of Justice
May2003 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Southern University and A & M College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Alabama State University
- Top Secret Clearance
- Fire Arms Instructor (US ARMY / US Marshals)
- Less than Lethal Instructor (US Marshals)
- Certified Glock Armor
- Active Shooter Instructor (First Responder / Civilian Personnel)
- USMS Public Affairs Officer (Northern Dist of GA / Atlanta)
- USMS High Risk Fugitive Apprehension Training
- Criminal Investigators Course (Federal Law Enforcement Center)
- High Threat Security Overseas Training
- USMS Executive Protection Training
- The Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation
- Taser Instructor
- In Flight Tactical Familiarization Training
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT Basic)
- GBI Security & Integrity Certification
- Certified Street Gang Investigator
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